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284 on Worcester Bosch Greenstar CDi Compact

Your boiler is currently checking its internal safety systems before it begins the ignition process to heat your home.

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Monitor it

This is a minor fault. Keep an eye on it and mention it at your next annual boiler service. Reset the boiler and see if it clears.

Technical description

Gas valve(s) opened, first safety time started

DIY fix possible

No action required; this is a normal operational status message.Wait for the boiler to complete its internal safety checks.If the code persists and the boiler fails to fire, try a system reset.

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